Top four open homes to inspect in Canberra and Googong this weekend

Make an appointment to explore our list of must-inspect properties this week across Canberra and Googong.

May this week’s top pick of homes be a beacon of inspiration no matter where you are on your property journey.

Narrabundah

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On the corner of Stuart Street and Strzelecki Crescent, this charming Canberra duplex is a fantastic offering to the Inner South market.

Living here, you will be just a three-minute walk to the Griffith shops and five minutes to Narrabundah College.

From the moment you arrive, the stunning gardens that wrap around the house — thanks to its prime corner location — set the scene for what’s beyond the front door.

The northern orientation of the block allows for all-day sunshine, while the rear outdoor entertaining deck is the perfect space for you to bask in the afternoon sun and entertain friends using the brick pizza oven.

Step inside and you will fall in love with the meticulous renovation. Downstairs living and dining is open plan with a gas heater, renovated kitchen and laundry with toilet and shower.

Upstairs, the accommodation is made up of three good-sized bedrooms, renovated bathroom and a separate toilet.

Price guide: $1.35 million

Auction: noon, July 3

Agent: PURNELL, Nick Purnell 0401 043 142

Kingston

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What’s not to enjoy about one of Kingston’s rare contemporary houses?

As soon as you walk through the front doors, you’ll be in awe by the open-plan living, kitchen and dining areas — a home made for the entertainer.

Set over three levels, this is a property that will leave a lasting impression on visiting guests thanks to the multiple entertaining areas, established gardens, lap pool, spa and the spectacular indoor/outdoor area on the rooftop.

All the bedrooms are spacious and the main has a walk-through wardrobe, gas fireplace and private outdoor terrace.

Other features of the home include a cellar room with built-in shelves, double-glazed windows throughout and solar panels.

The residence is also only a few minutes’ walk to the Kingston foreshore and the local shops.

Price guide: $3.5 million +

Auction: 10am, July 10

Agent: Luton Properties Manuka, Sophie Luton 0410 750 413

Googong

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This 2016 HIA award-winning home makes a bold statement on its 680-square-metre corner block.

The avid entertainer will enjoy the expansive covered outdoor entertaining areas, overlooking the pool and established private gardens.

The outdoor al fresco area also has a built-in kitchenette for those wanting to host outdoors.

Inside, a wealth of natural light seeps into the home thanks to the expansive and multiple windows throughout the property. High ceilings feature throughout the house.

The kitchen boasts a glass splashback, breakfast bar and walk-in pantry and the bedrooms are all generously proportioned. A nice touch is the corner window in one of the bedrooms that is a clever use of glass.

Price guide: $1.150 million-$1.2 million

Private sale

Agent: White Rhino Property Queanbeyan, Gavin Van Zyl 0429 269 260

Calwell

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It’s homes like 5 Oman Place that remind you there are still opportunities to enter Canberra’s elusive home-owner’s club with a house that’s as adorable as it is liveable – in a location that is, by any other city’s standards, relatively central.

This little beacon of home-ownership hope enjoys Calwell’s established leafy streets – more than 30 years in the making – and is just 20 minutes from the city. Perhaps there was a time when this was considered a decent distance, but that certainly isn’t the case anymore.

As you drive up the driveway, a geometric modern facade, with a fresh lick of paint is an impressive sight.

The block size is generous, with almost 700 square metres of level land to enjoy, including a double garage with added storage, a timber deck for entertaining and an enclosed garden that’s safe for pets and small children.

Double timber doors lead you inside the home, where you’ll be pleased to see the renovation isn’t just cosmetic. A brand new kitchen oversees a spacious family and meals area. A formal lounge is tucked away in the back corner with updated floating timber floors.

Price guide: $680,000 +

Auction: 10am, 3 July

Agent: VERV Property, Jason Roses 0431 419 847